Matthew Kopfer, MPS

Matthew Kopfer supports clients at Lewis-Burke Associates by tracking legislative developments and identifying funding opportunities across a broad range of issue areas, including global affairs, homeland security, energy, emergency management, and the arts and humanities. He delivers analysis and insights on programs and policy initiatives within the Department of State, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Energy (DOE), and the rapidly evolving emerging technologies space, including cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

Issue Expertise: International Collaborations and Partnerships, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Emergency Management, Social Science and the Humanities, Energy

Additional Experience: Prior to joining Lewis-Burke Associates, Matthew interned with Senator Mark Warner (VA) in his Washington, DC office, where he gained an understanding of education and national security policy and helped constituents navigate federal agencies.

Vital Statistics: A native of Williamsburg, Virginia, Matthew earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from the University of Virginia in 2022. He later received a Master of Professional Studies in Project Management from Georgetown University in 2025. Outside of his professional work, Matthew enjoys traveling and exploring new hobbies.